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#F94D0B Color Meaning and Information

Everything you need to know about #F94D0B including values, color harmonies, shades, meanings, and applications in design, branding, and everyday visuals.

#F94D0B Color Information

#F94D0B RGB value is (249, 77, 11). The hex color red value is 249, green is 77, and blue is 11. Its HSL format shows a hue of 17°, saturation of 95 percent, and lightness of51 percent. The CMYK process values are 0 percent, 69 percent, 96 percent, 2percent.

#F94D0B
rgb(249, 77, 11)
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#F94D0B Color Meaning

Color #F94D0B bursts with athletic intensity and natural vibrancy. Named after the vivid plumage of the Baltimore oriole, #F94D0B high-chroma orange-red channels biological signaling—how nature uses color to claim space, attract mates, and warn rivals. Color #F94D0B doesn’t blend in; #F94D0B stakes a claim. Color #F94D0B is identity made visible. Biological research shows that birds and humans alike perceive #F94D0B specific wavelength as maximally conspicuous against green foliage—a trait exploited in both wildlife and safety design. In branding, color #F94D0B conveys bold identity, local pride, and unapologetic presence. #F94D0B’s rarely used passively; #F94D0B’s a declaration. Unlike generic oranges, its red bias adds warmth without sweetness. #F94D0B reads as fiery, not friendly. Sports teams and urban startups leverage color #F94D0B to project tenacity and community spirit—rooted in real places, not abstract ideals. On screens, #F94D0B maintains saturation without bleeding, making #F94D0B ideal for dynamic digital identities. Color #F94D0B doesn’t follow—#F94D0B leads.

Color Conversion

Convert #F94D0B across different color models and formats. These conversions help designers work seamlessly between digital and print media, ensuring this color maintains its intended appearance across RGB screens, CMYK printers, and HSL color manipulations.

HEX
#F94D0B
RGB
rgb(249, 77, 11)
HSL
hsl(17°, 95%, 51%)
CMYK
cmyk(0%, 69%, 96%, 2%)
HSV
hsv(17°, 96%, 98%)
XYZ
41.7812 25.4717 3.0310
Yxy
25.4717 0.5945 0.3624
Hunter Lab
50.4695 8.2447 3.6749
CIE-Lab
57.5321 63.2268 66.1655

RGB Values & CMYK Values

RGB Values

Red249 / 255 (98%)
98%
Green77 / 255 (30%)
30%
Blue11 / 255 (4%)

CMYK Values

Cyan0 / 100 (0%)
Magenta69 / 100 (69%)
69%
Yellow96 / 100 (96%)
96%
Key (Black)2 / 100 (2%)

Color Variations

#F94D0B harmonies come to life through carefully balanced shades, tints, and tones, giving this color depth and flexibility across light and dark variations. Shades add richness, tints bring an airy softness, and tones soften intensity, making it easy to pair in clean, modern palettes.

Color Harmonies

#F94D0B harmonies create beautiful relationships with other colors based on their position on the color wheel. Each harmony type offers unique design possibilities, enabling cohesive and visually appealing color schemes.

Analogous

Colors adjacent on the color wheel (30° apart)

Complementary

Colors opposite on the color wheel (180° apart)

Split Complementary

Three colors using one base hue and the two hues beside its opposite

Triadic

Three colors evenly spaced (120° apart)

Tetradic

Four colors forming a rectangle on the wheel

Square

Four colors evenly spaced (90° apart)

Double Split

Four colors formed from two base hues and the colors next to their opposites

Monochromatic

Variations of a single hue

Contrast Checker

(WCAG 2.1) Test #F94D0B for accessibility compliance against white and black backgrounds. Proper contrast ensures this color remains readable and usable for all audiences, meeting WCAG 2.1 standards for both normal and large text applications.

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Sample Text

This is how your text will look with these colors.

Large Text (18pt+)

3.45:1
WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

Normal Text

3.45:1
WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

UI Components

3.45:1
WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

Color Blindness Simulator

See how #F94D0B appears to people with different types of color vision deficiencies. These simulations help create more inclusive designs that consider how this color is perceived across various visual abilities.

Normal Vision

#F94D0B

protanopia

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Note: These simulations are approximations. Actual color vision deficiency varies by individual.

CSS Examples

Background Color

background-color: #F94D0B;

Text Color

color: #F94D0B;

Sample Text

Border Color

border: 2px solid #F94D0B;

Box Shadow

box-shadow: 0 4px 6px #F94D0B40;

Text Shadow

text-shadow: 2px 2px 4px #F94D0B;

Sample Text

Gradient

background: linear-gradient(135deg, #F94D0B 0%, #962d04 100%);

#F94D0B Color FAQs

Frequently asked questions about #F94D0B color meaning, symbolism, and applications. Click on any question to expand detailed answers.